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Shaakira Ford

Behavioral health therapy Bloom Coaching Solutions LLC
Telehealth Telehealth
Available this week
Specializes in: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Couples Counseling, Grief,
In network with Aetna, Cigna

Introduction

Dr. Shaakira Ford is a compassionate licensed mental health provider with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals and couples in creating authentic, purpose driven lives. Dr. Ford earned a bachelor's in social sciences from University of Alabama-Birmingham, a master's in clinical social work from Loyola University Chicago, and a Doctorate in Clinical Social Work from Aurora University. Feel Seen. Feel Supported. Begin Again. This is your time—a space to rest, reflect, and reconnect with yourself. You don’t have to wait for the “perfect” moment to begin. Start from where you are right now and gently reenter your life, one intentional step at a time. I’m here to support you in building a life rooted in meaningful growth—growth that truly lights you up. Together, we’ll focus on helping you master your life with confidence, amplify what’s already working, and release what’s been standing in the way of your most authentic self. You deserve to feel grounded, empowered, and fully alive. Let’s build that life—together.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY Black/African American

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights & weekends
  • Offers free consultation
  • Telehealth appointments
  • Accepts insurance

Licenses

  • LCSW #CSW006444 (GA)

Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Coaching

Communities

  • Feminism
  • LGBTQIA+
  • Racial Justice/Equity
  • Open Relationships/Polyamory

Age groups

  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English

Faiths

  • Agnostic
  • Christian
  • Jewish
  • African Spirituality
  • Atheist
  • Islam

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

Shaakira Ford accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Aetna
  • Cigna

Pay out-of-pocket

  • Individual $150
  • Joint Session $300
  • Sliding Scale $25 - $50

Locations

Video Office

Professional Information

Education

  • Doctoral Degree, Clinical Social Work - Aurora University
  • Master's Degree, Clinical Social Work - Loyola University
  • Bachelor's Degree, Social Sciences - University of Alabama-Birmingham

Professional Affiliations

  • Georgia Society of Clinical Social Work

FAQ

Is Shaakira Ford accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Shaakira Ford is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Therapy Finder website. Shaakira Ford also offers a free consultation.
Does Shaakira Ford offer telehealth appointments? Shaakira Ford does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Therapy Finder profile.
What areas does Shaakira Ford specialize in? Shaakira Ford specializes in the following areas: Adjustment Disorder, Anxiety, Couples Counseling, Depression, Grief, Life Coaching, Life Transitions, Loneliness, Marital and Premarital, Parenting, Relationship Issues, School Issues, Social Anxiety, Stress, Trauma, Women's Health, Women's Issues, Burnout, and Compassion Fatigue.
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